Dothan Pickleball Complex

The City of Dothan awarded a construction contract for a new Pickleball Complex that will include 24 tournament‑compliant courts, a championship court, utility structures, and ADA‑compliant restroom upgrades. The contract was competitively bid, with Lewis Construction selected as the low‑bidder for the base scope and two alternates, resulting in a total award of $6.425 million. The project involves demolition of existing tennis courts, site earthwork, concrete work, reinforcing steel, and installation of covered courts and locker facilities. • Scope: Design‑build of a 24‑court pickleball facility plus ancillary structures and site improvements. • Awarded Vendor: Lewis Construction (single‑award, firm‑fixed‑price). • Value: $6,425,000 covering base bid and two alternates (Alternate 3 not selected). • Key Dates: Bid due 4 April 2025; award 20 May 2025; project anticipated to commence shortly after award.